BANGALORE
The starting point of every journey — Silicon Valley meets history.
Overview
Bangalore, the Garden City and India's tech capital, is also a city rich with history, culture, and colonial heritage. Beyond the IT corridors lies a city of ancient temples, royal gardens, and vibrant street life.
Distance from Bangalore
0 KM
Best Time to Visit
October to February
Highlights
- •Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
- •Bangalore Fort
- •Bull Temple (Nandi)
- •Lalbagh Botanical Garden
- •Vidhana Soudha
History
Founded by Kempe Gowda I in 1537, Bangalore grew under the Wodeyar kings and later the Vijayanagara empire. The city's old quarters hold fascinating history — from Tipu Sultan's summer palace to ancient temples and British-era architecture.
Places to Visit
Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
An exquisite example of Indo-Islamic architecture from the 18th century.
Bangalore Fort
Originally built by Kempe Gowda I, later expanded by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan.
Travel Experience
Bangalore is the home base for all journeys. Before every ride, the city sends off its traveler with the roar of the Royal Enfield and the promise of new discoveries. The city itself has countless hidden historical gems.
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